4 h. ago Philippine Rate Cut Unlikely This Week Despite Tame Inflation

Philippine inflation stayed below the central bank’s target range in September, but the central bank isn’t likely to cut its benchmark interest rate at this week’s meeting following the peso’s recent weakness.

Economics

9 h. ago Track coach who abused Edmonton teens in '70s sentenced to six years in prison

Warning: this story contains details some readers may find disturbing.  A one-time star of the Canadian track and field world was led away to begin a prison sentence Monday nearly 50 years after he sexually abused three young athletes under his care. Thomas Kenneth Porter, 77, was sentenced to six years in prison months after […]

Events

10 h. ago Canucks: How the vibe got so right ahead of the season opener

Youth was also served by the Canucks when the NHL roster deadline arrived Monday. Regardless of age, there's a belief on the ice and behind the bench

Other

10 h. ago Sport Notes: London Nationals extend streak; Western Mustangs unbeaten

A collection of news and notes from across the London-area sports scene.

Sport

11 h. ago Halifax firefighters call for new leadership, say department ignored reported abuse

The president of the Halifax firefighters union says it’s time for a complete leadership change at the municipal firefighting department. 

Events

12 h. ago Woman, 77, in critical condition after being struck by car in downtown Montreal

Montreal police say the pedestrian was struck around 10:30 a.m. when a driver heading east on René-Lévesque Blvd. made a right turn onto Atwater Ave.

Transport

13 h. ago Who is Blue Jays’ Trey Yesavage and what to know about his meteoric rise with Canada’s team

Everything you need to know about the rookie right-hander who dismantled some of baseball's best hitters in a crucial playoff game on Sunday

Society

14 h. ago Brazil’s Lula asks Trump to remove tariffs, sanctions in call

The two leaders held a 30-minute call earlier in the day and agreed to meet in person "soon," the statement said, adding the call had a friendly tone.

Economics

14 h. ago Australian murderer isn’t eligible for parole for 33 years but prosecutors call it ‘inadequate’

Erin Patterson was handed a life sentence for killing estranged husband's relatives with poisoned meal. Her lawyer also intends to appeal

Events

18 h. ago Unapologetically Jewish Org Files Human Rights Complaints Against Cities of Montreal and Toronto

Newly founded grassroots organization looks to tackle rising hatred in country head-on. OTTAWA, Ontario — Unapologetically Jewish, a newly formed grassroots non-profit organization dedicated to protecting and amplifying the voices of Canadian Jews, today announced that it has filed a Human Rights complaint against city officials responsible for policing in Montreal and Toronto. The complaint […]

Other

18 h. ago Cold shoulder from Canada is costly for American distillers struggling with global trade tensions

American distillers have gotten a costly cold shoulder from Canada, where their exports plunged 85% earlier this year — topping broad declines in key international markets amid global trade tensions, a spirits industry group said Monday. Even a thaw in trade relations may not shake this hangover right away. “Even though things have eased up, […]

Economics

20 h. ago Man suspected of sex assaults spanning more than 50 years in Longueuil

Marc Gagnon, 69, faces eight sex-related criminal charges including gross indecency, indecent exposure and sexual assault.

Events

26 h. ago North Atlantic France SAS announces the inventory value adjustment amount related to its contemplated acquisition of a majority stake in Esso Société Anonyme Française SA

Paris, FRANCE, Oct. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — North Atlantic France SAS announces the inventory value adjustment amount related to its contemplated acquisition of a majority stake in Esso Société Anonyme Française SA Paris, FRANCE, October 6, 2025 – North Atlantic France SAS (“North Atlantic”) announced on May 28, 2025, that it had entered into […]

Politics

27 h. ago Czech Billionaire’s Comeback a Boon to Europe’s Populist Right

Billionaire Andrej Babis set about forging a new Czech government hours after scoring his best-ever election victory, with his return to power poised to bolster the ascendant ranks of populist leaders in the European Union.

Economics

27 h. ago Accusé de crimes sexuels sur des enfants: un pédophile arrêté plus de 40 ans plus tard

La police craint qu’un pédophile qualifié d’«opportuniste», et nouvellement accusé d’avoir abusé sexuellement d’enfants, ait fait d’autres victimes.

Society

29 h. ago Quebec law to promote the sustainability of goods comes into force

MONTREAL — A new Quebec law came into effect Sunday aimed at protecting consumers against products intentionally designed with shorter lifespans while ensuring they have the information needed to repair and maintain goods they buy. Quebec’s so-called “right-to-repair” law, part of the province’s amendments to its consumer protection law, will require retailers and manufacturers to […]

Other

32 h. ago New York Yankees return to the Big Apple with their collective tails between their legs

The alleged Bronx Bombers are bombing out right in front of everyone’s eyes. New York entered its ALDS against the Blue Jays with a decided power edge. The vaunted power has short-circuited in a series that is inching ever so closer to ending short. The unthinkable sweep is now in play. Even if the Yankees […]

Technology

33 h. ago Savoie's most excellent Oilers training camp lands him right wing, second line

'He’s come with a lot of juice and provided a lot of excitement for our team'

Transport

33 h. ago Rachel Homan continues run of Canadian curling dominance, finishes PointsBet unbeaten

'But right now, it's not the time to celebrate. It's time to keep working hard. Our goal is (the Olympic trials at) the end of November,' said Homan

Other

35 h. ago Blue Jays fans lean into superstitions to bring team luck against Yankees

Rookie right-hander Trey Yesavage tapped to make his fourth career big-league start in biggest game of his career

Sport